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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2016 XXII Gaming Malta is one of the most advanced and respected online gaming jurisdictions in the world, as well as having the most licensed operators. Combined with rigorous regula- tion, added to quality control, and the responsive and adaptive nature of the supporting iGaming ecosystem, Malta has become one of the top locations for compa- nies to base their operations. MALTA UNDERSTANDS GAMING We understand gaming, like no other place – with dec- ades of experience. Working in harmony with operators, platforms and consumers, we know what's needed for gaming to thrive. MALTA HAS AN EFFICIENT AND INEXPENSIVE LICENSING PROCESS With an efficient, stringent yet inexpensive licensing process, the Malta licence provides real value and is held in high regard throughout the EU and beyond. 2017 sees new licensing legislation to ensure that we are best placed to serve the iGaming industry for the future. MALTA HAS A STRAIGHTFORWARD AND RESPONSIVE REGULATORY SYSTEM We pride ourselves on our rigorous consumer focused gaming regulation that, along with its strict and safe controls, wants to make it simple and straightforward to run a successful global business. MALTA IS COMPETITIVE ON TAX FOR BUSINESSES AND EMPLOYEES We have a highly competitive fiscal regime that supports established and start-up gaming companies supported by personal tax planning opportunities and reduced rates of income tax for employees of remote gaming businesses. MALTA HAS AN ELITE TECH, IT AND SUPPORT SERVICES INFRASTRUCTURE With a highly skilled, educated and multi-lingual gam- ing workforce and labour market, we have a burgeoning choice of established support industries including finan- cial services, management consultancy, data centres and telecoms. MALTA'S ECONOMY IS STRONG AND ITS POLITICAL CLIMATE SUPPORTIVE This stable and transparent political climate works to accommodate gaming as a successful and growing industry, providing certainty for operators. MALTA HAS FULL EU SINGLE MARKET ACCESS Malta is a full participating member of the European Union and is a full member of the EU single market - known to be the member state that best understands and works to represent the interests of its industry in the EU. MALTA IS COMPETITIVE ON TAX FOR BUSINESSES AND EMPLOYEES We have a highly competitive fiscal regime that supports established and start-up gaming companies supported by personal tax planning opportunities and reduced rates of income tax for employees of remote gaming businesses. MALTA IS THE PLACE TO LIVE AND LEARN With a high quality education system combined with year round sun, sea and culture and a fun and friendly atmosphere, Malta is the perfect place to live and learn. Learn more about GamingMalta at gamingmalta.org maltatoday, SUNDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2016 XXII Gaming GamingMalta is an independent non-profit foundation set up by the Government of Malta and the Maltese Gaming Authority (MGA). Tasked with promoting Malta as a Centre of excellence in the remote gaming sector globally, it is also responsible for liaising with the local relevant authorities to improve Malta's attractiveness as a jurisdiction and enhance the ecosystem surrounding the gaming industry It's game on at GamingMalta's brand launch and first networking event, which was well attended by key stakeholders and leaders from the sector who were also addressed by the Hon. Dr Emmanuel Mallia Minister for Competitiveness and Digital, Maritime and Services Economy The GamingMalta brand launch and first networking event Why Malta?